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UK Laws: Wild Origin
The laws relating to wild Barn Owls in the UK
Population figure estimated to be around 4 to 5,000 pairs.
Wild Barn Owls are protected under the Wildlife and Countryside Act 1981.
It is an offence to:
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Intentionally take, damage or destroy any wild Barn Owl nest while it is in use or is being built.
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Intentionally kill, injure, or take (handle) any wild Barn Owl.
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Intentionally take or destroy a Barn Owl egg.
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Have in one's possession or control a wild Barn Owl (dead or alive, or any part of) or egg unless it has been legally taken.
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Intentionally or recklessly disturb a Barn Owl while it is nest building or is at or near a nest containing eggs or young or disturb dependent young.
Under the "Wildlife & Countryside Act 1981" anyone found guilty of an offence is liable to a fine of up to £5,000 or an imprisonment not exceeding 6 months or both.